Exciting matching challenge

We are delighted to announce that DCC’s board and friends have committed to a matching challenge up to $100,000!

Between November 1, 2024, and February 1, 2025, your new or increased donation will be DOUBLED!

Downeast Coastal Conservancy conserves essential ecological habitats, engages the local community, and fosters an environment where wildlife and people thrive in coastal Washington County, Maine.

DCC Trails

We offer public access hiking trails on 12 of our conservation areas. These trails cover a splendid variety of settings including coastal islands, water trails, riverside walks, beaches, and mountains on the sea.

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Latest News

Edmunds school students build own outdoor classroom

In collaboration with the Downeast Coastal Conservancy (DCC), the students and staff at Edmunds Consolidated School (ECS) have developed their first outdoor classroom. Consisting of a trail that winds through an upload conifer forest and travels 500 feet along the Dennys River, the project provides both terrestrial and aquatic learning opportunities to the school’s students.

80th Year Quest to Hike 13 DCC Public Access Preserves

80th Year Quest to Hike 13 DCC Public Access Preserves

By Craig Snapp Photos by Craig Snapp As I entered my 80th year on planet Earth, I was moved to do some special things to celebrate the upcoming decadal milestone. A top item on my list was to hike trails in all the Downeast Coastal Conservancy public access preserves...

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Now Hiring: Summer Internship

Now Hiring: Summer Internship

We are now hiring for a Summer Internship Position. This position will assist existing land management and stewardship programs under the direction of the Stewardship Director. Deadline to apply is March 22, 2024.

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